Olderfleet Castle, Medieval fortress on Curran Point in Larne, Northern Ireland.
The four-story tower house stands near Larne Harbor with its remaining stone walls measuring one meter in thickness and pairs of gun loops in the basement.
Edward Bruce landed at this location in 1315 with 6000 soldiers during his campaign to conquer Ireland, receiving support from the local Bissett family.
The name derives from Ulfrecksfiord, reflecting the Norse influence on the region when Vikings named what is now known as Larne Lough.
Visitors can access the castle ruins along Coastguard Road near Larne Port Harbor, with parking available in the town center followed by a coastal walk.
Queen Elizabeth I seized control of the castle in 1569 due to its strategic position, appointing Sir Moyses Hill as governor to prevent Scottish invasions.
GPS coordinates: 54.84500,-5.80900
Latest update: March 5, 2025 06:26
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